

Bird of Paradise
A drama of forbidden love beyond the pale of white men's morals.
1932-08-12
United States of America
80 minutes.
Overview
When a young South Seas sailor falls overboard, the beautiful daughter of a Polynesian king dives in and saves his life. Thus begins the romance of Johnny and Luana. Though Luana is promised to another man, Johnny whisks her away, and for a brief time the lovers live very happily together. But, when a local volcano threatens their lives, Luana knows that she must sacrifice herself to the volcanic gods in order to save her island.
Year 1932
Studio RKO Radio Pictures
Director King Vidor
Crew Wells Root (Screenplay), King Vidor (Director), Busby Berkeley (Choreographer), Max Steiner (Original Music Composer), King Vidor (Producer), H. Bruce Humberstone (Assistant Director)
Popularity 2
Language English